Honeywell

Pre-Sales Engineer

Honeywell Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

Automation Machinery Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

8 h ago
solutions-engineer Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Egypt
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About the role

The Pre-Sales Engineer is responsible for developing accurate cost estimates and technical proposals to meet regional sales targets. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-engineered, compliant solutions for complex security and ICT projects.

What they look for

Pre-sales engineering Cost estimation ELV systems Security systems ICT infrastructure Network architecture Cybersecurity Value engineering Bid management Technical proposal writing Requirements analysis Stakeholder management Project management Microsoft Office Risk assessment Communication

Requirements

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess 5-8 years of experience in ELV, ICT, and security systems. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in technical documentation, and the ability to manage complex bid cycles are essential.

Full description

Description:

Responsible for robust estimation processes to deliver best quality and cost competitive bids to enable achievement of HBS regional sales targets.

Technical Skills:

  • Proven experience in the design, estimation, and proposal development of ELV and Security Systems, including CCTV, Access Control, Physical Security Information Management (PSIM), Security Management Systems, and integrated Fire & Security solutions.
  • Expertise in ICT infrastructure design and sizing, including active and passive network components such as structured cabling, LAN/WAN networks, fiber optic infrastructure, network switches, IP Telephony, racks, cabinets, patch panels, UPS systems, and associated head-end equipment.
  • Strong capability in requirements analysis, specification review, RFIs, equipment take-off, device selection, solution architecture, controller and server sizing, cable scheduling, and preparation of accurate BOQs and cost estimates
  • Ability to size and select compute infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, virtualization platforms, and head-end requirements for Security, ICT, and ELV solutions.
  • Sound understanding of network architecture and cybersecurity fundamentals, with the ability to propose secure LAN, WAN, and VPN solutions for single-site and multi-site deployments.
  • Skilled in preparing technical proposals, compliance matrices, system architectures, riser diagrams, assumptions, exclusions, qualifications, and deviation statements in accordance with customer and regional requirements.
  • Strong knowledge of Honeywell and third-party product portfolios, enabling the development of optimized, value-engineered, and technically compliant solutions aligned with customer needs and business objectives.
  • Experience in driving cost optimization, value engineering, bid standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance proposal quality, competitiveness, and cycle time.
  • Ability to handle complex bid activities, coordinate with sales, business development, operations, and technical review teams, and manage proposal deliverables through the complete pre-sales lifecycle.
  • Strong commercial awareness, market knowledge, and analytical skills, leveraging lessons learned and competitive intelligence to develop winning technical and commercial strategies.
  • Effective stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to engage customers, consultants, vendors, and internal teams while maintaining Honeywell's professional standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, balancing multiple priorities while delivering high-quality, compliant bid submissions.
  • Commitment to knowledge sharing and team development through coaching, mentoring, and conducting technical training and Share & Learn sessions.

Behavioral Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. French language proficiency is an added advantage.
  • Ability to prioritize jobs as per the timelines
  • Ability to interact and build relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
  • Ability to carry out risk assessments
  • Self-motivator
  • Ability to multi-task.
  • Strong commitment to achieving results.
  • Excellent problem solver and ability to understand impacts of actions

Honeywell helps organizations solve the world's most complex challenges in automation, the future of aviation and energy transition. As a trusted partner, we provide actionable solutions and innovation through our Aerospace Technologies, Building Automation, Energy and Sustainability Solutions, and Industrial Automation business segments – powered by our Honeywell Forge software – that help make the world smarter, safer and more sustainable.

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